Forensic Mechanical Engineer, P.E

Forensic Mechanical Engineer, P.E.

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EFI Global is a full‑service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin‑and‑cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting.

Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstration to customers that caring counts.

Are you an accomplished Mechanical Engineer with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in your resident state, driven by curiosity and a passion for solving complex problems? We’re seeking exceptional candidates with proven expertise in the analysis and investigation of mechanical failures across commercial, residential, and industrial environments. The ideal applicant will possess deep knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and equipment, thrive on identifying root causes, developing innovative solutions, and delivering technical insights that support safety, reliability, and performance.

• Conduct field investigations and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial mechanical systems and components.
• Investigate and assess damages and evidence due to failures and determine the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyze and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Examine and test evidence in a laboratory setting and research failure modes, products, installations, and maintenance related to findings.
• Collaborate with other experts to produce detailed reports outlining the origin and cause of losses and damages.
• Serve as an expert witness in court and/or depositions.
• Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi‑state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
• Expert Witness Testimony Experience Is a Plus.

• Craves cutting‑edge opportunities.
• Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy.
• Strong team and customer service orientation.
• Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose.
• Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving.

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e‑mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call. Always accepting applications.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $115,000–$155,000.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance or Employers, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.

EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons.

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